Pla-Vada Woodlands Travel Guide
Truckee
Visit Pla-Vada Woodlands
Popular places to visit
Northstar California Resort
When you picture California, sunny beaches, surf, and the sea are sure to come to mind first. Don't forget that snow is falling down on the mountain, making Northstar Ski Resort one of the top destinations when ski season arrives.
Donner Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Donner Lake during your travels in Truckee. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Sugar Bowl
This Bavarian-style ski resort with spa, restaurants, shops and powdery slopes is a favorite with visitors year-round.
Sugar Bowl Resort
Hit the slopes at Sugar Bowl Resort during your trip to Truckee. Amble around this quaint area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area
Hit the slopes in Truckee with a visit to Tahoe Donner Downhill Ski Area. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Donner Memorial State Park
Enjoy a trip to Donner Memorial State Park and popular activities such as skiing in Truckee. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
California Adventure Bundle: 8 Self-Guided Audio Tours
Driving Lake Tahoe: A Self-Guided Tour From Incline Village to South Lake Tahoe
Snowshoe Tour in the Lake Tahoe Mountains
Self Guided E-Bike Tour on Lake Tahoe’s East Shore Bike Path
Lake Tahoe: Clear Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Pla-Vada Woodlands
The Inn at Truckee
It was ok
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Truckee Donner Lodge
Clean room, good WiFi, great staff.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Northstar Lodge, Lake Tahoe
Room was extremely large and staff was great. The only inconvenience was that none of the stores or restaurants were open on property.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Best Western Plus Truckee-Tahoe Hotel
Friendly staff, clean, comfortable bed, delicious breakfast (truly felt personal), ample parking.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
We ended up going on a diff weekend due to storm blocking roads. Nice they allowed us to change despite policy. However few problems with our stay 1. Housekeeping. We asked for extra comforter / duvet as we had 4 guests in that each preferred own blanket. Multiple times had to re-ask as housekeeping ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Truckee Lake Tahoe
Coffee was cold
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pla-Vada Woodlands
Wolfe Estates
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wolfe Estates and surrounding area, you can visit West End Beach and Donner Lake.
Donner Lake Woods
While visiting Donner Lake Woods, you might make a stop by sights like Donner Lake and West End Beach.
Southside Highlands
When in Southside Highlands, you can plan a visit to Donner Lake and Donner Memorial State Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Armstrong
Though Armstrong may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Emigrant Trail Museum and Donner Lake.
Donner Crest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Donner Crest and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
Meadow Lake Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Meadow Lake Park and surrounding area, you can visit Coyote Moon Golf Course and Emigrant Trail Museum.
